Gentian partners with MS&AD InterRisk in Japan to revolutionize natural capital assessment for TNFD disclosures
Gentian will provide high-resolution satellite-based insights to quantify corporate impact and dependence on biodiversity
[London, UK], [February 28, 2025] – Gentian, a leading technology company specialising in AI-driven biodiversity monitoring, has announced a strategic partnership with MS&AD InterRisk Research & Consulting, Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Masashi Ippongi), part of the MS&AD Insurance Group. This collaboration brings advanced remote sensing technology and machine learning to companies navigating the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework, offering a new level of precision in biodiversity impact and risk assessments.
Through this partnership, MS&AD InterRisk Research & Consulting Inc (MS&AD InterRisk) will integrate Gentian’s ultra-high-resolution remote sensing technology—capable of analyzing biodiversity at 5 cm resolution—into its consultancy services for businesses assessing nature-related risks and opportunities. This service enables organisations to visualize, measure, and monitor ecosystem changes across their operations and supply chains with unparalleled accuracy.
Gentian utilises high resolution satellite imagery and its own AI model to scan areas at speed and scale, creating habitat maps that allow organisations to measure and manage their impact on nature.
A Critical Solution for TNFD Disclosures
The TNFD framework is gaining global adoption as corporations seek to disclose their impact on nature and manage biodiversity-related risks. However, many existing biodiversity datasets used by companies to assess their environmental impact are too low in resolution to provide accurate, detailed insights. This makes it difficult to measure and monitor changes in nature effectively, especially when trying to evaluate risks and opportunities at specific locations.
Gentian’s proprietary AI-powered analysis surpasses these limitations, offering actionable insights that align with emerging global standards such as the Nature Positive Initiative’s ‘State of Nature’ index, which demands high-resolution data for effective corporate biodiversity reporting.
“MS&AD InterRisk’s collaboration with Gentian represents a major leap forward for businesses seeking to integrate high-quality, data-driven biodiversity assessments into their sustainability strategies,” said Daniel White, CEO of Gentian. “By leveraging our high-speed, accessible, and cutting-edge satellite and AI capabilities, we are enabling organisations to make informed, nature-positive decisions that align with TNFD and global biodiversity goals.”
Driving Measurable Biodiversity Impact
This partnership equips businesses with the tools needed to quantify their direct and supply chain-related dependencies on nature. Key services provided under this collaboration include:
Habitat Mapping & Risk Analysis – High-resolution habitat classification with quantified risk assessments.
Gentian Biodiversity Unit (GBU) Analysis – A proprietary metric for evaluating biodiversity value and risk at any given site.
Ecosystem Connectivity Mapping – Identifying crucial habitat corridors to support conservation planning.
Change Detection & Trend Analysis – Tracking shifts in ecosystem conditions to inform nature-positive strategies.
This initiative is expected to significantly enhance corporate biodiversity monitoring efforts, providing a scalable solution for TNFD-aligned reporting and sustainable investment decision-making.
Kousuke Terasaki, Fellow of MS&AD InterRisk, said "Through high-resolution visualization and quantitative evaluation of natural capital, companies can gain a detailed understanding of the impact of their activities on nature and strategically manage risks and opportunities. This partnership is a significant step towards building a more sustainable future, aiming to support businesses in achieving growth that harmonizes with the natural environment."
For more information about this partnership and Gentian’s advanced biodiversity monitoring solutions visit www.gentian.io or get in touch at info@gentian.team.
About Gentian
Gentian is a UK-based technology company specialising in biodiversity monitoring. Using cutting-edge AI and high-resolution satellite imagery, Gentian empowers organisations to see, understand, and value the natural habitats they impact in unprecedented ways. Our mission is to make information about nature accessible and actionable, enabling businesses, governments, and communities to better manage nature-related risks and opportunities. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and collaboration, Gentian is committed to driving a global economy that protects and restores biodiversity.
About MS&AD InterRisk
Part of the MS&AD Insurance Group and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, MS&AD InterRisk has been engaged in biodiversity and natural capital consulting for over 25 years. Since 2022, the company has provided TNFD-related consulting services, supporting many companies across 19 industries. By combining Gentian’s cutting-edge AI and high-resolution satellite technology with MS&AD InterRisk’s deep expertise, this partnership will deliver even more robust and actionable insights for businesses assessing nature-related risks and opportunities.